ushuaia bay

Stand in one spot and look all around at the rugged mountains and the maritime flavor. From the viewpoint near the airport, you will have a panoramic view of the area - hope for a clear day.

This bay is the protagonist of many postcards and also of many rescues, in particular the first decades of the XX centuries when some boats were thrown by the storms into the beagle channel and they ended up on Ushuaia shores.There is an old boat sank in front of the bay memory of a last century war and after used as rescue boat.The bay is also beautiful to see in those sunny moments were the clouds of the fog give you a break.

The main reason to go to Ushuaia is because it is the gateway to Antarctica, just 700 miles or so across the infamous Drake Passage. Ushuaia is where most of the cruise/expedition ships debark from for Antarctica voyages. That's why we went to Ushuaia. The town has a frontier-adventure vibe. It's not much to look at, but the surrounding area is beautiful. Be sure to go into Tierra del Fuego National Park for a day. Gorgeous hiking with sea and mountain views. If you are somehow down there in the winter, there's some pretty good skiing outside of town at a major ski area. We did a great trout fishing trip on Lake Fagnano about an hour's drive from Ushuaia. We caught a huge 8 pound brown trout and some rainbows and had lunch at the guide's rustic house way off the beaten path. Here's a good tip -- if you've got 10 days to spare and are feeling lucky, head down to a travel agent by the docks and see if there are any last minute berths on any of the ships heading over to Antarctica. You can get super bargain fares if some of the passengers aren't able to show up or if there are any empty berths. When we went to Antarctica, there was a major blizzard in Europe and a lot of the passengers could not get over in time for the departure. A lot of lucky backpackers found out and got unbelievable deals to join us on the voyage.

Hello from the bottom of the World. Ushuaia is one the the most Southern cities in South America; you are less than 800 miles north of Antarctica's most northern point. The weather here is cold, wet, and rainy; you will need warm clothing to visit Ushuaia. There is a lot to do and see while visiting,.We recommend the boat tour of Beagle Channel. The tour is about 3-4 hours long and you won't be disappointed; it takes you into the Straits of Magellan to the Beagle Channel. Cruise around small Islands with Penguins and Sea Lions just lying around, along with Humpback Whales that will surface now and then. Out by the Lighthouse, thousands of Penguins, along with Sea-lions all on one Island; this tour is definitely worth the time.Ushuaia will remind you of Alaska's inside passage and once back on land from the boat tour you can catch The End of the World Train. This train will take you out to the very tip of South America, with breathtaking scenery, though the Tierra del fuege National Park.The Tierra Mayor Valley is a tour which will take you to Five Cascades Waterfalls tumbling from the Alvear Mountain range; along the way you see all kinds of wildlife- beaver's building the dams,red fox's, and birds such as Cara-caras and parakeets.Ushuaia has some of the best seafood cuisine,some of the best King Crab and baby scollops and you must try the (king crab Au gratin). mmmmmmm..Ushuaia is also a staging port for the the National Geographic Explore ship; we were lucky to see her berthed just across from us while the ship was taking on supplies, for a trip to Antarctica,We are glad we stopped here on our voyage around Cape Horn. This was a great stop in the middle of nowhere, and remember to dress warm. Yes February happens to be summer but Ushuaia for some reason didn't get the memo... Till Later, Happy Traveling!!!John Scalise/Dunedin, Florida

My friend and I had an opportunity to fly over the Beagle Channel after we took a double-decker bus ride around town, which ended up over across the bay at the airport club. They will take you up in one of their planes (for reasonable fee, of course) to get a bird's eye view of the beautiful area of Ushuaia. It is something that is a win-win for everybody. The pilots are students who are getting in the last of the flight hours and the prices were reasonable for us. We had a young man by the name of Emiliano, who was excellent in his flying skills. He definitely had a command of the plane and knew what he was doing. He gave us a wonderful flight over the Beagle Channel. If you are interested he will explain certain areas and point out various points of interest on the Argentine side. We lucked out and had a gorgeous day for the flight. If you want to do something unusual and memorable go over to the Aero Club and see if they will take you up in one of their planes and definitely bring your camera! You have the choice of 30 min. and 1 hour flights. However, the people said that you won't see much extra for the 1 hour flight other than flying over mountains for that extra half hour. Definitely worth it regardless if you do 30 mins or 1 hour!

Once you are out of Ushuaia port into the bay and nearby islands, it is difficult to figure out when you're in Argentina or when you're in Chile! Not that it matters if you don't land!This is wild natural terrain with beautiful greens and the contrasting water which ranges from green to blue to turquoise - depending on the position of the sun. Depending on the time of year, you may also see some or lots of snow and ice on the mountains! Out on the Bay, you will effectively be in the "Beagle Channel" - of Darwin fame.There are numerous boat trips and cruises out of Ushuaia and one to the "Glacier Alley" is well recommended. Here you can add photos of about 6 glaciers to your albums - and all in one day!You can also try for a trip down to Cape Horn - and pray for gentle winds!

That´s how it is effectively called - Fin del Mundo, End of the World. I suggest you consider going in July, at the height of winter. A July snowstorm tends to stay in one´s memory. What is even more important, the low sun and the southern latitudes create a remarkable kind of celestial illumination. Your camera will love it too, and probably produce some unexpected color effects. Since I was traveling on a budget, expensive attractions like a boat tour to Antarctica or whale-watching were beyond my means. Consequently, I concentrated on the bay and the Beagle channel. The first thing to see is the sunrise. At this time of the year it starts getting light pretty late, around 9 in the morning. The colors left me breathless. I am not posting any pictures in order not to spoil the experience. Never saw anything that come close to it in my life. There are several companies that offer half-day boat tours around the bay. To get tickets for the tour that suits best your schedule, it is better to buy them the day before. The ship I got on was not crowded and the waters were calm, but it was quite cold - so dress as warm as you can. The ship stops at rocky islets populated by sea lions and small Magellan penguins. Good fun watching (and smelling) them. The sight of a snow-covered mountain range rising above the town was pure magic.PS. I visited Ushuaia in July 2013.

Our ship docked just a sunrise and the buildings and mountains were a beautiful golden hue.It is the southernmost city in the world, but don't expect a major metropolis, it is a pleasant place to visit.

If you're in Ushuaia, you can't really miss seeing this bay. It's possible to cruise the Beagle channel from here - you can walk up and down the bay which runs parallel to the main street, San Martin Ave, one block away.If you walk all the way west, you'll find the Plaza Malvinas. Following a dirt road, you can walk alongside some picturesque houses and see a small enclosed lake, Bahia Encerrada. Warning!! It's very windy here and the cars on the road will kick up a hell of a dust cloud! If you don't want to choke, walk on the west side of the path (as the locals do). Walk out far enough and you can get a view of the entire Ushuaia city as it slopes up the hill, and a distant view of the docks.

Ushuaia means "east bay" in the local language; the suffix "aia" refers to a bay. The small city climbing a small hill at the bottom of Argentine Patagonia serves as the starting or ending point for cruises or treks. There is just one main street lined with shops, loaded with hiking gear in case you forgot to pack something, and restaurants of variable size and quality. There is not much to see or visit here but the setting is scenic. Therefore, despite the number of tourists that pass through, the economy relies on other sources of income for the city to survive. Spend as little time here as you need and move on.

While staying two weeks in Ushuaia (waiting for an Antarctica cruise) we spent some time in around the bay. A wide, well surfaced path provides access to most of the bay - with a dusty bit that is still easily traversed that takes you to the other side of the bay, providing you with another view of the bay. The pier is located near the port from which all of the different day cruises can be organised. Its a very picturesque spot and a landscape that changes with the different weathers. Well worth a visit if staying in Ushuaia.

Ushuaia is the port city for Antarctica tours. All the ships leave from here so the city has grown to take care of a healthy tourist industry. Some eating to recommend: the giant king crabs at Freddie's Crab house, any of the barbecue cafes and restaurants...but be careful..the portions are huge...we shared one order. And don't worry about souvenirs...Ushuaia is replete with Penguins in all shapes and forms. There is also a grand casino and museums to visit if you so choose.

Ushuaia being the southernmost city in the world already has that reputation, but how about you prove you have been there, by having your passport stamped? There are a number of locations to obtain these but the ones I have (3 in total), are the official notations from the city's post office. I arrived in Ushuaia on a cruise ship and found the tiny post office kiosk (no bigger than 12' square) located right on the pier, just before the terminal building. For a mere $1.00 US, you have proof of your arrival into this unique city. The national park building also provides a free passport stamp, but that one is only displaying a picture of the park ranger - more of a tourist stamp than anything else.

I have returned from travelling to Ushuaia. Wonderful Port where the boats to Antarctica travel from.Then boat to Antarctica is amazing...Very adventurous. Those gorgeous penguins.

Went there with SilverSea. Beautiful location and scenery. Loved the catamaran ride, the train ride in Tierra de Fuego, and the colorful city.